ASUS ROG Powers PGL 2026: The 610Hz Monitor and 8K Polling Gear Behind Esports' Next Big Season
Esports pros will now compete on gear so fast, it might make your home rig blush — but can 610Hz monitors and 8,000Hz polling rates actually change the game?
The ROG Strix XG248QSG Ace monitor’s 610Hz overclocked refresh rate and ELMB 2 technology aim to eliminate motion blur, a critical factor in fast-paced esports.
By reducing input lag and smearing effects during rapid movements, this display targets the precision needed for competitive play. Meanwhile, the Harpe II Ace mouse—weighing 48g with 8,000Hz polling—offers a stark contrast to mainstream gaming mice, which often hover around 100g and 1,000Hz.
The higher polling rate ensures near-instantaneous response, though the practical difference for most users remains debated.
Powered by systems with RTX 5080 GPUs and AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D CPUs, ASUS claims these rigs maintain high frame rates under tournament conditions.
However, the absence of direct feedback from PGL or esports players leaves the real-world impact of these specs unverified. The partnership will see ROG branding integrated into PGL 2026 events in Romania, with on-site booths and broadcast sponsorships.
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